The first major revision to COPPA will certainly create a better online experience for children, however, the changes may also create regulatory compliance hurdles for companies that will be forced to make significant changes to their current information practices.

The FTC is proposing amendments in five areas: (1) definitions; (2) requirements in the parental notice; (3) parental consent; (4) confidentiality and security; and (5) safe harbor provisions.

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